2006 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Maserati Spyder (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 325 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4242 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 88 L |
